CVE-2024-13188

Public Exploit
MicroWorld eScan Antivirus Installation var default permission

Description

A vulnerability was found in MicroWorld eScan Antivirus 7.0.32 on Linux. It has been rated as critical. Affected by this issue is some unknown functionality of the file /opt/MicroWorld/var/ of the component Installation Handler. The manipulation leads to incorrect default permissions. The attack needs to be approached locally. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.

Category

4.8
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 4.0 •
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.02%
Third-Party Advisory vuldb.com
Affected: MicroWorld eScan Antivirus
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://vuldb.com/?id.290780 vdb entry
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.290780 signature permissions required
https://vuldb.com/?submit.468796 third party advisory
https://github.com/hawkteam404/RnD_Public/blob/main/escan_incorrect_default_perm.md exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-13188?
CVE-2024-13188 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-13188?
To fix CVE-2024-13188, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2024-13188 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2024-13188 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-13188?
CVE-2024-13188 affects MicroWorld eScan Antivirus.
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